1897 Barber Half Dollar. JD-1. Rarity-2. Proof-68 * Cameo (NGC).

Dramatic Cameo Proof 1897 Half Dollar The Eliasberg-Hugon Specimen 1897 Barber Half Dollar. JD-1. Rarity-2. Proof-68 * Cameo (NGC). Superior quality and phenomenal eye appeal that will appeal to both type and date collectors. Both sides of this Ultra Gem Proof exhibit halos of vivid reddish-apricot peripheral toning that frame untoned silver-white centers. This coin also possesses a profound cameo finish from the dies that is readily appreciable at all viewing angles. It is fully struck, as befits the method of manufacture, and expertly preserved to border on pristine. Proof half dollar production in the United States Mint remained steady in 1897, the mintage of 731 coins comparable to those achieved for the preceding five issues in the Barber series. This issue is the easiest in its series to locate with a Deep/Ultra Cameo finish as certified by PCGS or NGC, although such coins are scarce in an absolute sense and exceedingly rare in the finest grades, as here. One of the most pristine-looking Proof Barber half dollars of any date that we have ever offered, in fact, this outstanding specimens is highly recommended for inclusion in another advanced cabinet. Provenance: From the Mack C. Chase Collection. Earlier ex J.M. Clapp, who purchased the coin directly from the Philadelphia Mint in November 1897; John H. Clapp; Clapp estate, 1942; Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr.; our (Bowers and Merena's) sale of the Louis E. Eliasberg, Sr. Collection, April 1997, lot 2079; Hugon Collection; Heritage's FUN Signature Sale of January 2005, lot 4277. NGC Census: 7; four of which have received a * designation for superior eye appeal; 0 finer in this category. The corresponding PCGS Population is 3/0. PCGS# 86544. NGC ID: 24NZ. Click here for certification details from NGC.

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